When I came out I texted my friend right before I went to bed (probably not the best idea). I then woke up to the best text from her saying she’d try her best to get my pronouns and new name right but it would just take some time to get used to. I was so happy and almost cried because I was scared I’d lose my best friend ever. (Non-binary/11/Asexual/bisexual)
Story #2218
When I came out, I was in 5th grade and I only told my two best friends that I was bisexual. We then figured out that one of my friends is trans and we helped each other. Fast forward a year and you get a gender fluid, lesbian, asexual. My friends will be understanding when I tell them this. But I don’t want to tell my mom cause her sad/sympathetic face creeps me out. I don’t want her to feel the need to comfort me. (Genderfluid/13/Lesbian/asexual)
Story #2217
When I came out, my friends were actually very accepting and supportive of me. Since last year, I knew I wasn’t 100 percent straight, but I wasn’t 100 percent gay either; labeling myself as bi didn’t feel right either. For a few months, I identified myself as ace, but deep down inside I love people regardless of their gender. I came out as pansexual to my mom yesterday, and she was fortunately very supportive of me. I’m still kind of questioning my sexuality, but right now, I identify myself as pansexual. (F/17/Pansexual)
Story #2216
When I came out it was hard. I had realized not too long ago. I had gotten my hair cut. But it wasn’t the length I wanted, so I cut it off. My mom took away technology from me for a while. Saying the internet influenced me to do so. I have always been a tomboy, and I hated my body since 5th grade. I just thought it was body dysphoria. I may have not had gender dysphoria my whole life, but the euphoria was always there. I came out to family and some friends. But haven’t been able to transition yet. (F/Lesbian/transgender)
Story #2215
When I came out to my friend, I told her I was bi, and she said, “What?” because she didn’t know what it meant. I told her it means I like boys and girls and she’s like, “OK.” Then, I made her swear not to tell anyone and she did so. My friends all are very supportive and the best friends I could ever ask for. (F/12/Bisexual)
Story #2214
When I came out it was only a couple of days ago to my bi friends. They accepted me and congratulated me. Today, I came out to one of my “homophobic-ish” friend. She said it was ok and accepted me but I don’t really know how she actually feels about it. I would really want to come out to my family but they are super religious and homophobic so I’m not really sure. (F/12/Pansexual)
Story #2213
When I came out to my best friend, she was so accepting and acted like I didn’t change at all. I told her I have a crush on her, and she didn’t seem to care. Again, she acted like I was the same friend she’s known since 2nd grade. I came out to my other friend and a little later, she came out to me as bi too. I haven’t told my parents yet, but I’m scared to death and I think my parents are biphobic. (F/12/Bisexual)
Story #2212
When I came out I told my best friend who I had a huge crush on. She was super accepting and asked me if that was why I didn’t approve of her dating. I said yeah. She is an amazing friend and I am so happy that she knows and I can talk to her. I haven’t openly come out to my family yet. I tried to tell my mum, but she said I was too young and that I shouldn’t tell anyone, due to being judged, and that if I changed it would be a lot easier if I didn’t say anything. (F/14/Lesbian)
Story #2211
When I came out to my good friend a couple months ago, at 14, I wasn’t concerned because I knew they weren’t cis or straight. It was during lockdown so one day, I just randomly texted, “you know I’m not straight, right?” They said, “yup, had a feeling” and then we talked about labels. I’m really lucky to be friends with them; we helped each other with our own identities and talk about random queer things. This is the second person I’ve come out to and am currently planning on telling my older brother (also over text) in a couple of days. Please wish me luck and know that you are loved. (F/15/Bi)
Story #2210
When I came out to my friend he immediately accepted me, and soon he told me that he was trans. It is great knowing that you have someone who understands. Coming out to him really brought us closer together and I am so happy I told him. (Non-Binary/12/Pansexual)